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Vertel completes major network upgrade for Icon Water in ACT
Network Infrastructure

Vertel completes major network upgrade for Icon Water in ACT

Vertel completes major upgrade for Icon Water's network, debuting Airbus Agnet MCx in Australia for secure, 99.99% available communications.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 22nd Aug 2024
University of Sydney adopts mobile credentials for campus access
iOS

University of Sydney adopts mobile credentials for campus access

The University of Sydney teams up with Gallagher Security and Transact Campus to launch a mobile credential system.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 25th Jul 2024
SafeWatch app revolutionises support for mental health workers
Blockchain

SafeWatch app revolutionises support for mental health workers

As Australia's mental health crisis worsens, new app SafeWatch empowers therapists with tools for self-care and community support, aiding in their wellbeing.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Mon, 1st Jul 2024

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Kudosity launches RCS beta testing in the Asia Pacific
Data Protection

Kudosity launches RCS beta testing in the Asia Pacific

Kudosity has launched beta testing for Rich Communication Services in the Asia Pacific, inviting businesses to enhance customer engagement through innovative messaging.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Mon, 18th Nov 2024
New Relic named a Leader in Gartner 2024 Magic Quadrant
DevOps

New Relic named a Leader in Gartner 2024 Magic Quadrant

New Relic has been named a Leader in the 2024 Gartner Magic Quadrant for Digital Experience Monitoring, praised for its visionary integrations and customer satisfaction.

By Imee Dequito • 3 min read • Mon, 28th Oct 2024
Life360 launches new & improved Tile Bluetooth trackers
Bluetooth

Life360 launches new & improved Tile Bluetooth trackers

Life360 has launched a new range of Tile Bluetooth trackers with advanced features to enhance family safety and item tracking, starting at GBP £24.99.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • Tue, 17th Sep 2024
Kingston unveils new red XS1000 SSD compatible with iPhone 15
Windows

Kingston unveils new red XS1000 SSD compatible with iPhone 15

Kingston Technology expands its SSD lineup with the XS1000 red, designed for iPhone 15 compatibility and portable storage, joining the all-black and silver variants.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Thu, 29th Aug 2024
Elastic launches new OpenTelemetry distributions for monitoring
Application Performance Monitoring

Elastic launches new OpenTelemetry distributions for monitoring

Elastic unveils EDOT, new OpenTelemetry components enhancing infrastructure and application monitoring, promising deeper insights and enterprise support.

By Imee Dequito • 2 min read • Tue, 27th Aug 2024
Norton unveils new VPN plans to enhance security & privacy
Physical Security

Norton unveils new VPN plans to enhance security & privacy

Norton has launched three new VPN plans aimed at enhancing security and privacy for individuals, couples, and families, addressing modern cyber threats.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Wed, 31st Jul 2024
Appdome enhances geo-fraud detection to boost mobile app security
Virtual Private Networks

Appdome enhances geo-fraud detection to boost mobile app security

Appdome unveils enhanced Geo-Fraud Detection features, including Geo-Location Fencing, to boost mobile app security and compliance against location spoofing and VPN threats.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Tue, 30th Jul 2024
NinjaOne launches new mobile device management capabilities
Mobile Device Management

NinjaOne launches new mobile device management capabilities

NinjaOne unveils new Mobile Device Management capabilities to manage and secure iOS and Android devices, catering to modern mobile workforce needs and enhancing security.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Wed, 3rd Jul 2024
Blackmagic brings digital film prowess to Samsung & Google phones
Unified Communications

Blackmagic brings digital film prowess to Samsung & Google phones

Blackmagic Design's new app brings its digital film prowess to Android, offering Samsung Galaxy and Google Pixel users advanced video features and seamless cloud collaboration.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Tue, 25th Jun 2024
Logitech launches lightweight Keys-To-Go 2 keyboard
Endpoint Protection

Logitech launches lightweight Keys-To-Go 2 keyboard

Logitech unveils Keys-To-Go 2, an ultra-portable wireless keyboard for various devices. Priced at NZD $149.95, this eco-friendly keyboard enhances mobile productivity.

By Sean Mitchell • 2 min read • Tue, 18th Jun 2024
Brightcove partners with FrightPix to launch niche streaming service
Unified Communications

Brightcove partners with FrightPix to launch niche streaming service

Brightcove partners with FrightPix to launch a free ad-supported streaming service focused on horror, thriller, and true crime content in the US.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Mon, 17th Jun 2024

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GRIDSERVE launches app to enhance EV charging experience
Microsoft

GRIDSERVE launches app to enhance EV charging experience

GRIDSERVE has launched its first mobile app for EV motorists, developed with Dootrix on Microsoft Azure, aiming to enhance the EV charging experience and boost net zero transport.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Thu, 4th Jul 2024
Flicks launches new free membership with exclusive perks in NZ
Digital Entertainment

Flicks launches new free membership with exclusive perks in NZ

Flicks launches a free membership programme in New Zealand, offering tailored watchlists, real-time notifications, and exclusive discounts with popular brands.

By Kaleah Salmon • 2 min read • Wed, 3rd Jul 2024
Cegid integrates generative AI into retail solutions
Digital Transformation

Cegid integrates generative AI into retail solutions

Cegid integrates generative AI into its Cegid Retail solutions, showcased at Cegid Connections Retail in Rome, aiming to transform retail with intelligent agents.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Thu, 20th Jun 2024